This discussion clarifies the Goods and Services Tax (GST) applicability on the sale of used motor vehicles, specifically lorries. It confirms that GST is applicable on the profit margin when a used vehicle is sold for more than its purchase price, provided no prior CENVAT credit was claimed. The applicable GST rate is generally 12% (6% CGST + 6% SGST) for used vehicles, though the initial query considered 18%. A relevant notification (Notification No. 8/2018-CGST Rate) is referenced, which details the 6% CGST rate for old and used vehicles.
01 October 2020
Sir, I have purchased a lorry on 01.07.2016 and sold it on 31.07.2019 with a profit of 3 Lakhs. No cenvat credit availed on purchase. Whether GST applicable on it? If yes, what is the GST rate ? On which amount GST is applicable?